Exhibition Name: Exoskeletons & Co – Support for Daily Operations
Dates　　　　　 : March 2026
Organizers　 　 : Chamber of Skilled Crafts Düsseldorf (HWK) / Chamber of Industry and Commerce Düsseldorf (IHK)
Venue　　　 　 : HWK Düsseldorf (Chamber of Skilled Crafts)
Exhibitors 　 : KBK Europe GmbH / Burkhardt Medical, etc.
Article URL 　 : https://www.ihkmagazin.de/exoskelette-und-digitale-assistenz-technik-als-unterstuetzung-im-arbeitsalltag/

Archelis Inc. (Headquarters: Yokohama, Kanagawa; Representatives: Katsuhiko Saho and Hideyuki Fujisawa; hereinafter “Archelis”) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a business alliance agreement with JMC Corporation (Headquarters: Yokohama, Kanagawa; President and CEO: Daichi Watanabe; hereinafter “JMC”) regarding the sales of Archelis products.

Alongside this alliance, both companies have agreed to begin discussions regarding a potential future capital alliance, while verifying business synergies through this collaboration.

1. Background of the Alliance
Archelis was founded as a “monozukuri” (manufacturing) startup originating from a small-to-medium-sized enterprise. Leveraging expertise in metal processing and a strong development network, the company develops original products such as the “Archelis” assist suit and the “STABI series” (devices for reducing the burden of standing work), selling them both domestically and globally.

JMC provides services that support customer development through technologies such as casting, 3D printing, and industrial CT. JMC’s strengths lie in its speed and technical capabilities required at development sites. Furthermore, its proprietary product, the heart catheter simulator “HEARTROID,” has a strong global sales track record.

Through this alliance, Archelis aims to further expand the “standing work market” by combining its product lineup with JMC’s broad customer base in the manufacturing industry and the international sales channels established through “HEARTROID.”

2. Details of the Alliance
Archelis will leverage JMC’s customer base and network to begin the sales of its developed products as follows:

Commencement: February 2026
Target Region: Global
Target Products: All products of Archelis Inc.
Scope of Operations: Market research, product promotion, sales activities, and related incidental operations.

Both companies will jointly conduct sales promotion and domestic/overseas sales activities through exhibition displays, seminars, and web marketing. The goal is to expand sales, strengthen product development capabilities, and accumulate know-how through personnel exchange.

3. Discussions Regarding Future Capital Alliance
Archelis and JMC will continue to discuss the possibility of a future capital alliance based on market response, synergy verification, and the progress of business plans. This includes several options, such as the acquisition of Archelis shares by JMC, though no specific details have been determined at this time.

［Company Overviews］
■JMC Corporation
JMC entered the manufacturing industry in 1999 by introducing 3D printers. After expanding its parts manufacturing business, it merged with SKE Co., Ltd. in 2006 to launch its sand mold casting business. By digitalizing the traditionally intuitive casting process, JMC proved that high-quality casting could be achieved regardless of years of experience. In 2016, JMC was listed on the TSE Mothers (now the Growth Market).

Address: 1F Sumitomo Fudosan Shin-Yokohama Bldg., 2-5-5 Shin-Yokohama, Kohoku-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa
Representative: Daichi Watanabe (President and CEO)
Established: December 18, 1992
Capital: 807,609,000 JPY
Net Sales: 3,640 million JPY (Fiscal year ended December 2023)
Employees: 174 (As of December 2023, including temporary employees)
Business: Manufacturing and sales of prototypes and parts via industrial 3D printing and sand mold casting; sales of industrial CT and inspection services; manufacturing and sales of medical devices.
URL: https://www.jmc-rp.co.jp/en/

■Archelis Corporation
Representatives: Katsuhiko Saho, Hideyuki Fujisawa
Established: February 2020
Headquarters: 14-16 Torihama-cho, Kanazawa-ku, Yokohama
Business: A startup with the mission of “Updating the world’s standing work.” Development and sales of the innovative assist suit “Archelis” and the “STABI series,” designed to reduce the burden on the legs and lower back during standing work.
URL: https://www.archelis.com/en/

Media Inquiries
Archelis Inc. Public Relations

• Email: sales_team@archelis.com
• TEL: +81-45-370-9101

Helping reduce physical burden in operating rooms amid ongoing conflict

Yokohama, Japan — October 9th, 2025 —
Archelis Inc. (Headquarters: Yokohama, Japan; Co-CEOs: Katsuhiko Saho and Hideyuki Fujisawa) has provided its wearable exoskeleton “archelis FX” to surgeons in Ukraine through the non-profit organization Ukraine Yokohama Foundation (Representative: Leonid Shapovalov, Yokohama, Japan).
This initiative aims to support Ukrainian surgeons who continue performing long and demanding surgical procedures under challenging conditions. Archelis remains committed to developing and delivering solutions that reduce the physical burden on professionals standing for extended periods around the world.

■Background

Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, many people have been injured and require surgical treatment. As the number of operations has increased, so too has the workload and fatigue of surgeons.
In response to a request from Ukrainian surgeons, and through coordination by the Ukraine Yokohama Foundation, Archelis Inc. decided to provide Archelis FX wearable exoskeletons.
Surgeons at the Dnipro Military Hospital have already begun using the devices in surgical procedures.

“We sincerely thank everyone involved in making this project possible. Many doctors in Ukraine have already shown great interest in Archelis, and are using it during operations to reduce fatigue,”
said Leonid Shapovalov, Representative of the Ukraine Yokohama Foundation.

“We are proud to contribute, even in a small way, to alleviating the burden faced by surgeons around the world — especially those who continue to dedicate themselves to their patients under challenging circumstances. Guided by our mission to ‘reduce the physical strain of standing work,’ we will continue our efforts across countries and regions to support professionals through our technology.”
said Katsuhiko Saho, Chief Executive Officer of Archelis Inc.

■ About the Ukraine Yokohama Foundation

Founded in 2025, the Ukraine Yokohama Foundation supports victims of the Russian invasion by funding medical treatments, rehabilitation, surgical costs, and the purchase and distribution of medical equipment. The organization also hosts charity concerts and related humanitarian activities.
Name: Ukraine Yokohama Foundation (NPO)
Location: 5-57-2 Kitanakadori, Naka-ku, Yokohama, Japan
Established: 2025
Website: https://facebook.com/uyfund

About the Product – Archelis FX
The archelis FX wearable exoskeleton reduces leg and lower-back strain for people who stand for long hours, such as surgeons and assembly-line workers.
Developed from the needs of surgeons, it has already been adopted by over 100 hospitals in Japan and is available in more than 15 countries worldwide, including the United States, Germany, Spain, and Australia

Key Features:
・Allows users to walk freely while wearing the exoskeleton and reduce fatigue at any time.
・Works mechanically without any power supply, eliminating concerns about charging or battery failure.
・Adjustable for various body sizes, enabling quick and simple fitting

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Product Name: archelis FX
Available Sizes: S / M / L
Website: https://www.archelis.com/

Archelis Inc. proudly exhibited at Hannover Messe 2025, one of the world’s largest industrial trade fairs, where around 127,000 visitors from 150 countries exchanged ideas with the 4,000 exhibiting companies held in Hannover, Germany, from March 31st to April 4th.

Showcasing our flagship passive exoskeleton Archelis, along with the Stabi Series—three workstation-side support solutions designed to reduce fatigue during standing work—we introduced our vision for more comfortable, sustainable workplaces to a global audience.

Our booth attracted strong interest throughout the week. Many visitors had the opportunity to test out Archelis for themselves, including a hands-on preview of our next-generation prototype.

A special highlight was a visit from Her Excellency Shino Mitsuko, Japanese Ambassador to Germany, who stopped by our booth on the first day of the fair.

We will continue to promote our global expansion in line with our mission to ‘update standing work around the world.

We will continue to promote our global expansion in line with our mission to ‘update standing work around the world.

Archelis Inc. (Yokohama, Kanagawa; Co-CEOs Katsuhiko Saho and Hideyuki Fujisawa) has been selected as a participant in the 12th cohort of FASTAR, an accelerator program operated by the Organization for Small & Medium Enterprises and Regional Innovation, Japan (SMRJ).

Through this program, we aim to further expand our business as we work toward our mission of updating standing work around the world.

<About the FASTAR Program>
FASTAR is a growth acceleration program that provides hands-on support from expert advisors to startups and entrepreneurs, helping them refine their business plans and prepare for fundraising or strategic partnerships.

The final pitch event, where participating companies present their post-program business strategies and growth plans, is scheduled to take place in Osaka around February 2026.

https://fastar.smrj.go.jp

Archelis will be exhibiting at Hannover Messe 2025. The exhibition is one of the largest in the world with well over 100,000 visitors expected to attend this year. With this year’s theme revolving around innovation in the industrial sector, Archelis will be there to show off our products designed to aid standing workers.

Details:

Exhibition: Hannover Messe 2025
When: March 31st – April 4th
Where: Hanover Fairground, Germany
Find us at: Hall 6, Booth E50

If you would like to meet us there, please visit our booth, or send us an email to arrange a meeting via our contact form.
We look forward to seeing you there!

The Assist Suit EXPO is the latest in a line of events organized by the Assist Suit Union, of which Archelis is a member. The event is designed for visitors to experience a wide range of exoskeletons to find something that is suited to their needs. 

There will be talks about the causes of back pain, and on the practicalities of introducing exoskeletons into your workplace. 

Archelis will be available to try on, so feel free to stop by and meet us there!

Event Information:

Where: Winc Aichi (Aichi Industry & Labor Center)
When: January 29th 10:30 – 17:00
January 30th 10:00 – 17:00
Entrance Cost: Free!

Please note this event will be in Japanese only, but all are welcome to attend.
Pre-registration is not necessary, but is appreciated.
Pre-registration can be found here: https://assist-suit.org/news/expo-in-nagoya2025/#section1

Archelis will be exhibiting at MEDICA, one of the world’s largest medical trade fairs this year in Düsseldorf, Germany. Try on the Archelis for yourself, or see one of our latest products, the Stabi Left.

Details:

Exhibition: MEDICA 2024
When: November 11-14 2024
Where: Messe Düsseldorf, Germany
Find us at: Hall 15, Booth G38

We look forward to seeing you there!

The world of logistics is constantly evolving and improving as new technologies are developed and adopted. One such technology is Archelis, which is proud to be included in the latest edition of the DHL Logistics Trend Radar.

If any company understands logistics, it’s DHL – a global logistics and shipping company – and they found it fit to feature Archelis as a potential tool for attracting and retaining workers in supply chain operations.

The DHL Logistics Trend Radar tracks innovation and evolving technologies, providing insights for logistics professionals on the hunt for increased efficiency and improved workplaces.

Two huge areas of workplace inefficiencies are work-related injuries and worker shortages. Archelis can help combat musculoskeletal disorders by reducing the load on the feet, knees, and back. It can also provide respite for those who aren’t physically fit enough to stand for a full working day. 

It is our mission to elevate the standard of standing work, and news like this shows we’re on the right path.

See Archelis on page 133 of the DHL Logistics Trend Radar!

On September 20th 2024, Dr. Shoichi Shinohara, an assistant professor in the Department of Surgery, General and Transplant Surgery at Jichi Medical University, published a research paper titled “Comparing Mental Strain and Subjective Sensations With and Without a Wearable Chair While Performing Simulated Suturing Tasks” in the online medical journal Cureus.

The study focuses on if using Archelis has any effect on mental strain for surgeons during medical procedures.

■ Paper Title
Comparing Mental Strain and Subjective Sensations With and Without a Wearable Chair While Performing Simulated Suturing Tasks

■ Authors
Shoichi Shinohara 1, Kosuke Oiwa 2, Yoshitaka Maeda 3, Tsuneari Takahashi 4, Yuji Kaneda 5, Naohiro Sata 1, Hironori Yamaguchi 1, Hiroshi Kawahira 5

1. Department of Surgery, Division of Gastroenterological, General and Transplant Surgery, Jichi Medical University, Shimotsuke, JPN.
2. Department of Information and Management Systems Engineering, Nagaoka University of Technology, Nagaoka, JPN.
3. Medical Simulation Center, Jichi Medical University, Shimotsuke, JPN.
4. Department of Orthopaedics, Jichi Medical University, Shimotsuke, JPN.
5. Medical Simulation Center/Department of Surgery, Division of Gastroenterological, General and Transplant Surgery, Jichi Medical University, Shimotsuke, JPN.

■ Link
https://www.cureus.com/articles/250372-comparing-mental-strain-and-subjective-sensations-with-and-without-a-wearable-chair-while-performing-simulated-suturing-tasks#!/